2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |